Local frequency coordination is recognized as an important tool allowing broadcasters to fulfill their regulatory obligation to avoid mutual interference in their use of shared Broadcast Auxiliary Service frequencies (for wireless microphones, cameras, cueing systems or the like). Many major sporting events, pre-planned news events or other public events attract media regionally and/or nationally who bring large amounts of wireless equipment.  For these events to be successful, frequency coordination is a must. 

The Society of Broadcast Engineers recognizes frequency coordination as an important, yet often misunderstood part of executing events such as sporting events, political conventions, and other pre-planned events.  In addition, training on frequency coordination has become very necessary given continually changing FCC rules, technology and the needs of broadcasters.  This two-part webinar series embarks on event frequency coordination from beginning to end.  This includes understanding the importance of coordination, where to get wireless channels, and the spectrum of users. The FCC rules and regulations as they pertain to frequency coordination will also be reviewed.  Details related to both technical and non-technical aspects of coordination are also examined, including how to communicate with the media, finding users, how to find a coordinator in other cities, and the step-by-step technical process of coordination.  Instructing this course is longtime SBE Member, broadcast consultant and frequency coordinator Ralph Beaver, CBT.